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By: Sefiani Communications Hotels.com names the world’s best hotels serving High Tea Sydney, 15 February 2010 – In 1841, Duchess Anna Maria Russell, the wife of the seventh Duke of Bedford, started drinking tea and having a bite to eat in the mid-afternoon to tide her over until dinnertime. It is here that the tradition of afternoon tea, or ‘high tea’ as it has become known, is said to have been born. Today, there has been an enthusiastic revival of the refined English ritual of ‘taking tea’. Luxury hotels around the world provide exquisite settings where their guests can step back in time and enjoy a lavish tradition of afternoon tea, which often consist of champagne, scones, finger sandwiches and of course a whole range of different types of fine teas. Hotels.com, the hotel experts, has read the tea leaves and compiled a list of the best hotels around the world to enjoy a great traditional English high tea. Hotels.com’s best hotels for High Tea The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne, 5* Located in the ‘Paris end’ of Melbourne, opposite Parliament House, the dignified Hotel Windsor has been serving its famous high tea since 1883. Tea time: This quintessential high tea experience is served every day from 2:30 – 4:30pm, while on weekends there is an extra session from 12:00 – 2:00pm. To book a stay at The Hotel Marques Windsor, visit: http://www.hotels.com/ The Observatory Hotel, Sydney, 5* The Observatory Hotel, located in the heart of Sydney’s Rocks area, has taken high tea to another level. The hotel has appointed a 'Tea Master', Tjok Gde Ke, who has created a menu featuring twenty unique tea blends from some of the world's most celebrated tea producers. Tea time: High tea is served daily from 2.30pm to 5 pm weekdays and from 2pm to 4.30pm at weekends. To book a stay at The Observatory Hotel, visit: http://www.hotels.com/ Four Seasons Hôtel Georges V, Champs Elysées, Paris, 5* Located only moments from the Champs-Elysé Tea time: Tea is served daily from 3:00pm to 6:00pm To book a stay at the Four Seasons Hôtel Georges V visit: http://www.hotels.com/ Mount Nelson, Cape Town, South Africa, 5* The Mount Nelson is Cape Town’s signature luxury hotel, set amongst expansive, lush gardens. It is also home to one of the most legendary high teas in the world. Tea time: The daily high tea buffet is served from 2:30pm to 5:30pm To book a stay at the Mount Nelson, visit: http://www.hotels.com/ The Fairmont Norfolk, Nairobi, Kenya, 5* New arrivals to Nairobi have been gathering at The Norfolk since its opening in 1904 and the hotel has played a significant role in the history of the city. Tea Time: Traditional high tea is served from 3:00pm – 5:30pm To book a stay at the Fairmont Norfolk visit: http://www.hotels.com/ The Berkeley, London, 5* The Berkeley is situated in a luxurious area of Knightsbridge and features a roof-top pool offering panoramic views of the city. The Berkeley’s Prêt-à-Portea is one of the most unique afternoon tea experiences on offer with the menu inspired by the world of fashion. Tea time: Tea is served daily from 1:00pm – 6:00pm To book a stay at The Berkeley visit: http://www.hotels.com/ The Peninsula, Hong Kong, 5* Built in 1928, The Peninsula is Hong Kong’s oldest and most revered five star hotel. Its high tea, which has changed little in the last eighty years, is almost as famous as the hotel itself. Tea time: Tea is served daily from 2:00pm – 7:00pm but you can’t book so be prepared to wait for a table. To book a stay at The Peninsula visit: http://www.hotels.com/ The Inn at Irving Place, New York, USA, 4* The Inn at Irving Place is located in a row of 1830s classic New York brownstones, and provides an intimate and private atmosphere. Inspired by 19th century style, antique furniture, rugs, as well as fine china from England and France seem right at home in the hotel. Lady Mendl’s is regarded as one of the best and most romantic tea salons in New York City. Tea time: Afternoon tea is served Monday to Friday from 3:00pm or 5:00pm and on Saturday and Sunday at 12pm, 2:30pm and 5pm. To book a stay at The Inn at Irving Place visit: http://www.hotels.com/ Four Seasons, Singapore, 5* Reminiscent of its colonial past, afternoon tea at the Four Seasons is a traditional English affair. Tea is served on the outdoor terrace, surrounded by tropical gardens, with a view of tree-lined Orchard Boulevard, one of the world's great thoroughfares. Tea time: Afternoon tea is available Monday to Saturday from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. To book a stay at the Four Seasons visit: http://www.hotels.com/ Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor, Egypt, 5* The Winter Palace, set in tropical gardens on the banks of the Nile River, was built in 1886. Since its opening the hotel has created a luxurious history and has seen countless royals and celebrities pass through its doors. Tea Time: Afternoon tea is available daily from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. To book a stay at the Sofitel Winter Palace visit: http://www.hotels.com/ For great hotel deals and promotions, visit www.hotels.com. -Ends- Issued on behalf of Hotels.com by Sefiani Communications Group For further information, please contact: Kelly Miller / Roderick Jago Sefiani Communications Group Tel. +61 2 8920-0700 Email: kmiller@sefiani.com.au / rjago@sefiani.com.au/ About Hotels.com As part of the Expedia group which operates in all major markets, Hotels.com, the global hotel specialist, offers more than 110,000 quality hotels, B&Bs and serviced apartments worldwide. If the customer can find the same deal for less on a prepaid hotel, Hotels.com will match it. Hotels.com benefits from one of the world's largest hotel contracting teams in the industry, negotiating the best rates for its customers, plus there are 1.5 million reviews from users who have actually stayed in the hotels to ensure customers make an informed choice when booking. 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